kindergartner

or kin·der·gar·ten·er

[ kin-der-gahrt-ner, -gahrd- ]

noun

1. a child who attends a kindergarten.
2. a kindergarten teacher.

Word History and Origins

Origin of kindergartner¹

From the German word Kindergärtner, dating back to 1870–75. See kindergarten, -er ¹

Example Sentences

The couple had known one another their entire lives - they began attending school together as kindergartners.

From BBC

“The consequences in Springfield were the governor had to send state law enforcement to escort kindergartners to school,” Walz said.

From Los Angeles Times

In over one-fourth of school districts in the state, less than 90% of kindergartners are fully vaccinated against measles.

From Seattle Times

Across the hall, kindergartners counted on their fingers to complete their math homework.

From Seattle Times

A stream of kids poured onto the sidewalk, and Cat sidestepped the elbowing boys and twirling kindergartners.

From Literature